Daddy's home: Auto shop builds loyal clientele

Published
12:00 am CDT, Tuesday, September 22, 2009

When thinking of an auto shop the words fair, competitive and honest don't usually enter our mind. However, when the need arises we strive to find a place that offers fair practices, competitive pricing and is honest with their customers.

Fry Daddy's Auto Sales, Mechanical and Detailing in Wood River has earned these accolades. Ria Coquillette recently wrote to the Better Business Bureau about the exceptional service she received at Fry Daddy's.

"I would never take my vehicle to another repair shop, I'm humbled by him every time I come in," Coquillette said.

Located at 577 State Aid Road in Wood River, Fry Daddy's comes highly recommended. Not only do their customers come back for their auto repair needs, but some stop in to talk and enjoy the friendly, family oriented atmosphere.

"We're just a country based shop, and we try to take care of everyone." Owner Mike Fry said. "At Fry Daddy's you can expect to receive quality work at a reasonable price."

Bob Harris has been a loyal customer to Fry Daddy's with all three of his vehicles. "If I need anything done, I'll bring it here," said Harris. Fry has several other customers and family members that enjoy volunteering their time around the shop when needed. This includes Fry's daughter, Kimberly Klocke, who made the shirts that the mechanics wear.

James Perry, a friend and customer, lends a hand whenever he can. "They give you what you need and not what you don't need," Perry said as he helped detail one of the cars on the lot.

Harold Oldman is a customer who knows that every time he takes his Cadillac to Fry Daddy's, he will is satisfied. Fry is very proud of the customer base his shop has built on word of mouth alone.

Fry Daddy's will have a customer appreciation day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3.